Anti-Records has announced release of Mo Beauty, the debut solo about by Alec Ounsworth, singer/songwriter from Clap Your Hands Say Yeah.
July, 2009
Telegraphs – We Were Ghosts
The Telegraphs unleash short, sharp pop songs… but can they deliver enough hooks per minute to keep you interested? Tom Parmiter investigates.
Pop Profile #1 :: Jam On Bread
Pop Profile is the brand new all expense spared feature from TLOBF – each week Tom Whyman, one of the most well-connected writers in the indie scene today, gets an exclusive, intimate look at one of its most sought-after performers.
Bella Union takeover Bush Hall in September
Bella Union are taking over Bush Hall – one of London’s most prestigious venues – for a week in September with a string of shows showcasing their impressive roster of acts and associated bands.
Years – Years
Do Make Say Think’s Ohad Bechetrit resurrects some of his previously unreleased material in a collection of fascinating, often inspirational soundscapes.
Julian Casablancas from The Strokes announces solo album
Julian Casablancas is wrapping up work on his debut solo recording scheduled for release this autumn on Cult Records/Rough Trade.
[Video] The Dead Weather – ‘Treat Me Like Your Mother’
The Dead Weather have released a new video from their rather good debut album Horehound.
Balmorhea – All Is Wild, All Is Silent
There’s a little part of me that has been quietly waiting for this album for a long, long time. It’s as moving and epic as the most grandiose of classical compositions, but it remains as accessible as anything else we review on this site.
TLOBF Interview :: Capsule / Supersonic Festival
With Birmingham’s Supersonic Festival kicking off next weekend, we took the opportunity to speak to Lisa Meyer, the festivals prime organiser.
JUST ANNOUNCED! FREE Richmond Fontaine show in London
Just been confirmed that Willy Vlautin will play an additional solo set at Pure Groove records on Friday 17th July at 1:15pm. As with all Pure Groove shows it is totally free to get in. See you there!
[Video] Julie Doiron: ‘Consolation Prize’
The former Juno winner and Polaris nominee has just released this surreal little video for ‘Consolation Prize’, taken from her album I Can Wonder What You Did With Your Day.
Josh T Pearson celebrates Bastille Day…
To celebrate Bastille Day TLOBF brings you news of Lift To Experience’s Josh T Pearson…
St. Vincent – ICA, London 08/07/09
Whilst the ICA may not rank as one of London’s most charismatic gig locations, subscribing as it does to the “black box” school of venue design, that doesn’t mean it can’t conjure a truly magical show from time to time.
Quinta – My Sister, Boudicca
You’ll probably have heard of Quinta thanks to her work with Bat For Lashes and Orphans and Vandals. This is her debut album and to say that expectations are high is something of an understatement.
Pearl Jam play Shepherd’s Bush Empire
Set to be one of the highlights of the year, Pearl Jam will play a one-off show at Shepherd’s Bush Empire in August.
Buffy Sainte-Marie – Running For The Drum
What have Elvis, The Charlatans, Joe Cocker, and Big Bird got in common? They’ve all sung songs by Buffy St. Marie.
